Program Overview

Introduction to Web Programming Fundamentals Unit

The Web Programming Fundamentals unit, denoted as KIT202, is designed to introduce students to the core technologies that comprise the web, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as standard web models, practices, key design and usability principles, security issues, and data-driven backend development using PHP and SQL.

Unit Details

• Unit Name: Web Programming Fundamentals
• Unit Code: KIT202
• Credit Points: 12.5
• College/School: Sciences and Engineering
• School of Information and Communication Technology
• Discipline: Information & Communication Technology
• Coordinator: Doctor James Montgomery
• Available as an Elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Intermediate

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with specific UN Sustainable Development Goals, welcoming thoughts and feedback on this alignment.

Availability

The unit is available at various locations and study periods:

• Location: Melbourne Study Centre, Hobart, Launceston, Online
• Study Period: Semester 1
• Attendance Options: On-campus, Off-Campus
• Available to: International students, Domestic students

Key Dates

• Start Date: 23/2/2026
• Census Date: 17/3/2026
• WW Date: 20/4/2026
• End Date: 14/6/2026

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

• Design frontend web interfaces using industry-standard tools and techniques to satisfy user experience requirements in accordance with best practices.
• Program functional websites that employ secure backend data management techniques.
• Construct cross-platform secure web applications using collaborative approaches.

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $2,919.00

Requisites

Prerequisites

• KIT101 or KIT107 or KIT103|KIT119

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: Workshops and lab classes are part of the teaching pattern, with specific arrangements for on-campus and online deliveries.
• Assessment: Includes assignments for frontend and backend development, and a tutorial portfolio.
• Textbooks: None required, though some may be recommended.

Note

The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities as appropriate.